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How to get fromPreston to Caernarfon Castleby train, bus or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Preston to Caernarfon Castle by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

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    1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
    2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
    3. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus5C
    3h 53m
    £23–56

  2. Drive 107.2 mi

    1. Drive from Preston to Caernarfon Castlecar107.2 mi
    2h 20m
    £27–39

Preston to Caernarfon Castle by train, bus, and foot

Calendar170Weekly Services
Duration3h 53mAverage Duration
Ticket£23Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Preston, England and Caernarfon Castle, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Preston to Caernarfon Castle. However, you can take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Chester, take the train to Bangor (Gwynedd), walk to Bangor Railway Station H, take the bus to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A, then walk to Caernarfon Castle. Alternatively, you can drive from Preston to Caernarfon Castle in around 2h 20m.

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